BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:IEEE vTools.Events//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Colombo BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20380119T084407 TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYDAY=3TU;BYMONTH=1 TZNAME:+0530 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20060415T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0600 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYDAY=3SA;BYMONTH=4 TZNAME:+0530 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20250128T150335Z UID:0C13427A-8969-4D1D-B830-CE2DE98FC778 DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Colombo:20250109T110000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Colombo:20250110T110000 DESCRIPTION:SILICON PULSE 2024\, organized by the IEEE Industrial Electroni cs Society (IES) Student Branch Chapter of Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC)\, was a transformative 24-hour journey into the intricate and excit ing world of analog electronics. Held on January 9th and 10th\, 2025\, the event aimed to ignite a passion for innovation among undergraduates from universities across Sri Lanka\, fostering deeper technical knowledge throu gh a mix of hands-on tasks\, real-world applications\, and collaborative l earning.\n\nThe event brought together twelve teams from various universit ies\, selected through an online selection test conducted on January 2nd\, 2025\, ensuring a competitive yet inclusive platform for aspiring enginee rs. Supported by key sponsors like GPV Lanka Pvt Ltd (Bronze Partner)\, Co deChefs (Digital Media Partner)\, Volfpack Energy (Gift partner)\, and the IEEE IES Sri Lanka Chapter\, the event underscored the collective commitm ent to advancing engineering education.\n\nThe event commenced with openin g remarks by moderators Adithya Gunasekara and Sachila Chathnuka\, followe d by the ceremonial lighting of the oil lamp. Chathila Walgama\, Chairpers on of SILICON PULSE\, delivered an inspiring welcome speech\, officially k ickstarting the 24-hour immersive program.\n\nThe event was graced by emin ent guests\, whose insights enriched the proceedings:\n\n-\nProf. Nihal Ku laratna\, Professor of Electronics Engineering\, University of Waikato\, N ew Zealand\n\n-\nDr. Nicoloy Gurusinghe\, Department Head and Senior Lectu rer\, SLTC\n\n-\nDr. Chamith Chandrarathne\, Senior Lecturer\, SLTC\n\n-\n Representatives from GPV Lanka Pvt Ltd\n\n-\nDr. Migara Karunarathne\, Joi nt Department Head and Senior Lecturer\, SLTC\n\n-\nMr. Ashan Pathirana\, Lecturer\, SLTC\n\nThe program featured engaging sessions\, including "Con cept to Implementation" by Prof. Nihal\, where participants learned to tra nslate ideas into functional designs. Other highlights included seminars l ike "Traps for Young Players"\, "Theory into Practice"\, and "Marking Rubr ics - Meeting the Spec"\, which bridged theoretical knowledge with practic al insights. Hands-on sessions allowed participants to brainstorm\, refine \, and test their designs under the guidance of mentors\, while strategica lly timed breaks kept the teams energized throughout the challenge.\n\nThe event culminated with the award ceremony\, attended by distinguished acad emics:\n\n-\nProf. Nihal Kularatna\n\n-\nDr. Nicoloy Gurusinghe\n\n-\nDr. Chamith Chandrarathne\n\n-\nProf. Janaka Ekanayake\n\n-\nDr. Lasith Yasake thu\n\n-\nDr. KAD Sumanasiri\n\nThe ceremony celebrated the exceptional ef forts of participants\, with top-performing teams receiving awards and all participants being recognized with certificates for their contributions. The inclusive atmosphere highlighted the event's goal of nurturing talent and fostering a sense of community among young engineers.\n\nThe event con cluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks by Tharushi Nadunika\, Secretary of SILICON PULSE\, and closing remarks by the moderators\, acknowledging the collective efforts that made the event a success. A group photo captured the spirit of camaraderie and achievement\, creating lasting memories for all involved.\n\nSILICON PULSE 2024 was more than a competition—it was a celebration of innovation\, learning\, and collaboration. By providing a dynamic platform for undergraduates to explore and excel in analog design\ , the event embodied the mission of the IEEE IES Student Branch Chapter of SLTC\, inspiring the next generation of engineers to innovate\, create\, and lead. This landmark event stands as a beacon for the bright future of engineering and technology in Sri Lanka and beyond.\n\nCo-sponsored by: GP V Lanka Pvt Ltd (Bronze Partner)\, CodeChefs (Digital Media Partner)\, IEE E IES Sri Lanka Chapter\, Volfpack Energy (Gift partner)\n\nSpeaker(s): Pr of.Nihal Kularatna\, Dr.Nicoloy Gurusinghe\, Dr.Chamith Chandrarathna\n\nA genda: \nTime\n\nDescription\n\nDay 1\n\n11.00 -13.00\n\nOpening Ceremony\ n\n● Welcome Speech\n\n● Rules and Regulations - by Dr. Nicoloy\n\n● Discussion on "Concept to Implementation” & "Introduction to the Design Task" by Prof. Nihal\n\n13:00 - 13:50\n\nLunch\n\n13:50 - 15:50\n\nSessio n 1\n\n15:50 - 16:30\n\nSeminar 1 (Traps for young players) by Prof. Nihal \n\n16:30 - 17:00\n\nAfternoon Tea\n\n17:00 - 20:00\n\nSession 2\n\n20:00 - 21:00\n\nDinner\n\n21:00 - 21:30\n\nSeminar 2 - Dr. Chamith\, “Theory into Practice”\n\n21:30 - 23:30\n\nSession 3\n\n23:30-00:00\n\nCoffee br eak\n\nDay 2\n\n00:00 - 00:30\n\nSeminar 3 - Dr. Nicoloy\, “Marking Rubr ics - Meeting the Spec”\n\n00:30 - 04:30\n\nSession 4\n\n04:30 - 05:00\n \nSeminar 4 - Dr. Nicolay\, “Tips & Tricks”\n\n05:00 - 06:00\n\nSessio n 5\n\n06:00 - 06:30\n\nConcept to Commercialization by Prof. Nihal\n\n09: 30 - 07:30\n\nFinal Stretch - Checkered Flag\n\n10:30 - 08:00\n\nTinkering Time & Demonstration Prep\n\n08:00 - 09:00\n\nEvaluation\n\n09:00 - 10:50 \n\nAwards Ceremony\n\n10:50 - 11:00\n\nVote of Thanks\n\nBldg: EE Lab\, S LTC Premises\, Padukka\, Padukka\, Sri Lanka\, Sri Lanka LOCATION:Bldg: EE Lab\, SLTC Premises\, Padukka\, Padukka\, Sri Lanka\, Sr i Lanka ORGANIZER:sltcieeeies@gmail.com SEQUENCE:1 SUMMARY:SILICON PULSE - Final Competition URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/464097 X-ALT-DESC:Description: <br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify\;">SI LICON PULSE 2024\, organized by the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society (I ES) Student Branch Chapter of Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC)\, was a transformative 24-hour journey into the intricate and exciting world of analog electronics. Held on January 9th and 10th\, 2025\, the event aimed to ignite a passion for innovation among undergraduates from universities across Sri Lanka\, fostering deeper technical knowledge through a mix of h ands-on tasks\, real-world applications\, and collaborative learning.</p>\ n<p dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify\;">The event brought together twe lve teams from various universities\, selected through an online selection test conducted on January 2nd\, 2025\, ensuring a competitive yet inclusi ve platform for aspiring engineers. Supported by key sponsors like GPV Lan ka Pvt Ltd (Bronze Partner)\, CodeChefs (Digital Media Partner)\, Volfpack Energy (Gift partner)\, and the IEEE IES Sri Lanka Chapter\, the event un derscored the collective commitment to advancing engineering education.</p >\n<p dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify\;">The event commenced with ope ning remarks by moderators Adithya Gunasekara and Sachila Chathnuka\, foll owed by the ceremonial lighting of the oil lamp. Chathila Walgama\, Chairp erson of SILICON PULSE\, delivered an inspiring welcome speech\, officiall y kickstarting the 24-hour immersive program.</p>\n<p dir="ltr" style="tex t-align: justify\;">The event was graced by eminent guests\, whose insight s enriched the proceedings:</p>\n<ul style="text-align: justify\;">\n<li d ir="ltr" aria-level="1">\n<p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Prof. Nihal Kul aratna\, Professor of Electronics Engineering\, University of Waikato\, Ne w Zealand</p>\n</li>\n<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">\n<p dir="ltr" role="pr esentation">Dr. Nicoloy Gurusinghe\, Department Head and Senior Lecturer\, SLTC</p>\n</li>\n<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">\n<p dir="ltr" role="presen tation">Dr. Chamith Chandrarathne\, Senior Lecturer\, SLTC</p>\n</li>\n<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">\n<p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Representativ es from GPV Lanka Pvt Ltd</p>\n</li>\n<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">\n<p di r="ltr" role="presentation">Dr. Migara Karunarathne\, Joint Department Hea d and Senior Lecturer\, SLTC</p>\n</li>\n<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">\n<p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Mr. Ashan Pathirana\, Lecturer\, SLTC</p>\n </li>\n</ul>\n<p dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify\;">The program featu red engaging sessions\, including "Concept to Implementation" by Prof. Nih al\, where participants learned to translate ideas into functional designs . Other highlights included seminars like "Traps for Young Players"\, "The ory into Practice"\, and "Marking Rubrics - Meeting the Spec"\, which brid ged theoretical knowledge with practical insights. Hands-on sessions allow ed participants to brainstorm\, refine\, and test their designs under the guidance of mentors\, while strategically timed breaks kept the teams ener gized throughout the challenge.</p>\n<p dir="ltr" style="text-align: justi fy\;">The event culminated with the award ceremony\, attended by distingui shed academics:</p>\n<ul style="text-align: justify\;">\n<li dir="ltr" ari a-level="1">\n<p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Prof. Nihal Kularatna</p>\n </li>\n<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">\n<p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Dr. Nicoloy Gurusinghe</p>\n</li>\n<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">\n<p dir="ltr " role="presentation">Dr. Chamith Chandrarathne</p>\n</li>\n<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">\n<p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Prof. Janaka Ekanayake</ p>\n</li>\n<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">\n<p dir="ltr" role="presentation" >Dr. Lasith Yasakethu</p>\n</li>\n<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">\n<p dir="l tr" role="presentation">Dr. KAD Sumanasiri</p>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify\;">The ceremony celebrated the exceptional eff orts of participants\, with top-performing teams receiving awards and all participants being recognized with certificates for their contributions. T he inclusive atmosphere highlighted the event's goal of nurturing talent a nd fostering a sense of community among young engineers.</p>\n<p dir="ltr" style="text-align: justify\;">The event concluded with a heartfelt vote o f thanks by Tharushi Nadunika\, Secretary of SILICON PULSE\, and closing r emarks by the moderators\, acknowledging the collective efforts that made the event a success. A group photo captured the spirit of camaraderie and achievement\, creating lasting memories for all involved.</p>\n<p dir="ltr " style="text-align: justify\;">SILICON PULSE 2024 was more than a competi tion&mdash\;it was a celebration of innovation\, learning\, and collaborat ion. By providing a dynamic platform for undergraduates to explore and exc el in analog design\, the event embodied the mission of the IEEE IES Stude nt Branch Chapter of SLTC\, inspiring the next generation of engineers to innovate\, create\, and lead. 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Nihal</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">13:00 - 13:50</p>\n</ td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Lunch</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr"> 13:50 - 15:50</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Session 1</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n <tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">15:50 - 16:30</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Semi nar 1 (Traps for young players) &nbsp\; by Prof. Nihal</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n <tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">16:30 - 17:00</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Afte rnoon Tea</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">17:00 - 20:00</p>\n< /td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Session 2</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=" ltr">20:00 - 21:00</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Dinner</p>\n</td>\n</tr> \n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">21:00 - 21:30</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Se minar 2 - Dr. Chamith\, &ldquo\;Theory into Practice&rdquo\;</p>\n</td>\n< /tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">21:30 - 23:30</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr ">Session 3</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">23:30-00:00</p>\n< /td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Coffee break</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan ="2">\n<p dir="ltr">Day 2</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">00:0 0 - 00:30</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Seminar 3 - Dr. Nicoloy\, &ldquo\ ;Marking Rubrics - Meeting the Spec&rdquo\;</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\ n<p dir="ltr">00:30 - 04:30</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Session 4</p>\n </td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">04:30 - 05:00</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Seminar 4 - Dr. Nicolay\, &ldquo\;Tips &amp\; Tricks&rdquo\;</p> \n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">05:00 - 06:00</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n< p dir="ltr">Session 5</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">06:00 - 06:30</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Concept to Commercialization by Prof. Nihal</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">09:30 - 07:30</p>\n</td >\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Final Stretch - Checkered Flag</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<t r>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">10:30 - 08:00</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Tinker ing Time &amp\; Demonstration Prep</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=" ltr">08:00 - 09:00</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Evaluation</p>\n</td>\n< /tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">09:00 - 10:50</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr ">Awards Ceremony&nbsp\;</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">10:50 - 11:00</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir="ltr">Vote of Thanks</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n </tbody>\n</table>\n</div>\n<p>&nbsp\;</p> END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR